Easy Pizza Sauce Recipe

In response to a reviewer's concern about reducing the acidity in this recipe, it was suggested to use sugar by one person. However, sugar is actually acidic and only masks the acidic taste without addressing the impact on digestion. The cheese on the pizza and the white flour in the crust can also increase digestive acid levels. Instead, consider adding baking soda to neutralize the acidity. Just like the erupting baking soda and vinegar volcanoes from our school days, baking soda can help balance the acid levels. With the bold flavors in this sauce, adding 1 teaspoon of baking soda should not alter the taste significantly. Feel free to add more if needed, and you could even incorporate it into a homemade crust. For those struggling with frequent heartburn, exploring an alkaline diet for additional tips may be beneficial.

Rewritten review: I have to say, this pizza sauce was absolutely incredible on my pizza! By following a few tips from another reviewer named CINDY18LOU, I adjusted the recipe slightly. I reduced the oregano to 2 teaspoons, added 2 teaspoons of basil, and included 1/2 teaspoon of white sugar. These tweaks resulted in a delightful Chicago-style stuffed pizza that was simply outstanding! If you're interested, you can check out my reviews on my profile for the other two recipes and how I personalized them. I utilized the "Jay's Signature Pizza Crust" and "Chicago-style stuffed pizza" recipes, making some slight modifications to the latter, and the end result was a phenomenal pizza! I highly recommend trying it out. Additionally, this sauce works wonders as a spaghetti sauce too! For the second batch that I used specifically for spaghetti, I incorporated around 1/2 teaspoon of fennel, which added a delicious additional flavor to the mix. Next time, I plan to mix in some ground beef for what I'm certain will be an outstanding meat sauce!

Great and convenient sauce! I decided to freeze the extra sauce in an ice cube tray, then transferred the cubes to a zip-top freezer bag. Now I can easily defrost as many cubes as I need for my next pizza.

Our family absolutely loved this homemade pizza sauce! It was a fantastic upgrade from the usual store-bought options. For our pizza night, I prepared enough dough for two large sheet pizzas. Wanting to please my wife's love for margherita pizza, I decided to kick up the flavors by adding a 15 oz can of petite diced tomatoes and boosting the seasoning. I ended up using about 4 teaspoons of oregano, 2-1/2 teaspoons of dried minced garlic, 1-1/2 teaspoons of basil, and 1-1/2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning in addition to a teaspoon of paprika. After warming the sauce on the stove while the dough was rising, the result was a deliciously chunky sauce bursting with flavor. One of the pizzas we made was a vegan style with a topping of pepper and onion medley, plant-based meatballs, non-dairy cheese, and pineapple. It was a hit with everyone at the table. I've uploaded a photo of my daughter's creation for you to see as well.

I really enjoyed how simple this recipe was to make. I decided to use Italian seasoning instead of oregano and garlic salt instead of dried garlic. I found it easier to mix the sauce directly into the tomato paste for a smoother blend. To balance out the intense tomato flavor, I added two tablespoons of sugar.

I followed another user's recommendation to add basil, sugar, and onion powder to my dish, but I decided to enhance the flavors by heating it on the stove. I'm happy with the results! I plan to try different variations to see which one I prefer, but this is definitely a promising beginning.

A fantastic blend that creates a luxurious and flavorful sauce that is adored by all. I opt for fresh garlic over dried, and generously use about 2 heaping teaspoons (we are avid garlic lovers), along with adding a generous tablespoon and a half of dried basil. (Tip: Be cautious with the quantity of paprika you add. I recently tried Penzy's half sharp paprika and included it in the recipe, but even with reducing the amount by a third due to its potency, it ended up overpowering the sauce. I had a similar experience with a more robust paprika in the past. So, exercise caution when adding paprika.)

After making a few adjustments, this sauce has become my absolute favorite after testing out numerous recipes. I opted for 1 tablespoon of fresh garlic over dried, increased the Oregano to 2 teaspoons, included 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, added 2 teaspoons of Basil, and mixed in 1 tablespoon of grated parmesan cheese. Absolutely perfecto!

Absolutely scrumptious and simple. I whipped up a bigger batch for freezing. Incorporated some extras based on fellow cooks' suggestions. Added 1/2 tsp of sugar, 2 tsp of oregano, 1 tsp of onion powder, and 1 tsp of basil. Opted for garlic powder over dried garlic.

Here is the rewritten review: "It turned out amazing! I enhanced the flavor by incorporating 1/2 tsp of onion powder and 1/2 tsp of sugar to balance the tomato paste. I also included 1 tsp of crushed red pepper for an extra kick, as we enjoy spice. Surprisingly, my mom, who isn't a pizza fan, absolutely adored it!"

Needed a fast pizza sauce for my first ever attempt at making pizza in the toaster oven. With summer approaching and temperatures reaching 90-110 soon, turning on the oven wasn't an option. This recipe turned out to be exactly what I needed. I used garlic from a jar, along with oregano and Italian seasoning. The sauce yielded a generous amount, so it looks like I'll be making another pizza soon. I can't praise this recipe enough. It was quick to put together, not overly sweet, and delicious. I'm even considering using it as a spaghetti sauce. I've already printed it out for making toaster oven pizzas next Friday.

I receive nothing but positive feedback from people about this pizza sauce recipe. Thank you for sharing such a fantastic recipe!

Great! I found the flavor to be good, but slightly too acidic for my taste, so I added about 1/4 teaspoon of sugar. I used it on French bread pizza and it turned out delicious. I also froze the leftovers for next time.

This recipe is incredibly simple! If you enjoy a rich, hearty sauce (like me), this one is perfect. It has a great consistency, not too thin at all. I often make a double portion and freeze half for later.

Delicious and simple to prepare. I made a small adjustment by incorporating a touch of basil. I left all other ingredients unchanged. Absolutely delightful!

Quick and straightforward recipe. I particularly enjoyed the addition of fresh garlic. Like many others, I also used 2 teaspoons of oregano and basil, resulting in a tasty dish, albeit a bit too thick for my liking. If I were to make it again, I might consider reducing the amount of tomato paste. Nonetheless, it's worth a try as it was well received by other members of my family.

This recipe is absolutely AMAZING as it is! I followed it to make a 9-inch Chicago deep dish pizza. Five stars all the way, Brent!!

Simple to prepare and delicious taste.

I included a fresh basil leaf and it was perfect just as the recipe was written.

I needed a speedy pizza sauce for my first try at making pizza in the toaster oven. With summer approaching and temperatures set to reach 90-110 soon, turning on the oven wasn't an option. This recipe was just what I needed. I substituted fresh garlic with the jarred kind, and added oregano and Italian seasoning. It yielded a generous amount of sauce, so it looks like I'll be making another pizza soon. I can't praise this recipe enough - it's a star! It took only minutes to prepare, it's not overly sweet, and tastes great. I'm considering using it for spaghetti sauce as well. I've already printed it out for next Friday's toaster oven pizza night.